Facilities Officer

At St Francis Xavier College, our learning spaces should reflect the values we live by care, safety, excellence, and pride.

We’re seeking a skilled and reliable Facilities Officer who can bring those values to life across our school grounds and buildings to join our College on a full-time, ongoing contract.

This is a hands-on role that balances maintenance work and gardening/groundskeeping, supporting our students and staff with spaces that are safe, clean, and ready for learning and community connection.

The days and hours of work are Monday to Friday, 7:00 am to 3:00 pm.

**Key responsibilities include, but are not limited to**:

- Fixing and maintaining school buildings—doors, locks, windows, plastering, painting, and more
- Tackling basic plumbing, tiling, and concreting repairs
- Responding to facilities requests through our internal helpdesk system
- Conducting inspections and proactive maintenance to prevent issues before they arise
- Maintaining lawns, garden beds, and landscaped areas across our campuses
- Using ride-on mowers, trimmers, blowers, and other machinery to keep everything looking its best
- Seasonal planting, pruning, mulching, fertilising, and weed/pest management
- Assisting with irrigation and supporting the natural environment of our school
- Helping set up and pack down for school events, sports days, and community activities
- Supporting safe access and movement around the school during works or events
- Working as part of a Facilities team committed to reliability, flexibility, and teamwork
- Relevant qualifications in building maintenance, horticulture, or a trade (e.g. Cert II or III)
- Experience in both general maintenance and gardening/groundskeeping
- A current AQF II Chemical Safety Certificate (or willingness to obtain - desirable)
- Strong teamwork skills and the ability to work independently when needed
- Reliable, punctual, and proactive with great time management
- Confident using tools, machinery, and digital maintenance systems
- Clear communication skills for working with staff, students, and contractors
- Knowledge of OH&S practices and a strong safety mindset
- A high attention to detail and pride in producing quality work

**Why work at St Francis Xavier College?**
- Work in an inclusive community that values innovation, professional development and staff wellbeing with employee benefits that include:

- Free onsite parking
- Fully subsided access to EC by Go1 Learning Portal, providing access to the most comprehensive learning and development library
- Access to internal and external training opportunities
- Funded membership to professional or industry associations
- 11.5% Superannuation
- Fully subsidised Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for employees and their families
- Annual Leave Loading and Position Allowance payments in December each year
- 16 weeks of paid Parental Leave and four weeks paid Partner Leave
- Salary Packaging through Maxxia
- Generous leave entitlements, including a paid flexible leave day per school year
- All buildings are equipped with heating and cooling
- Onsite canteens and vending machines for staff use at all campuses
- Social and wellbeing events are organised throughout the year, including wellbeing weeks, staff drinks, weekly morning teas

**About St Francis Xavier College**
St Francis Xavier College is a Catholic college with three campuses, offering numerous teaching and leadership opportunities.
- The Campuses are easily accessed via several major freeways - only 20 minutes from Springvale Road on the M1.
- We invest in high-quality people and facilities, operating through a team-based culture to encourage positive relationships between students and staff, and consistently express a rigorous expectation of personal excellence.
- The College serves families from the parishes of Berwick, Koo Wee Rup, Maryknoll/Iona, Narre Warren and Pakenham under the governance of Diocese of Sale Catholic Education Limited (DOSCEL).
- Staff are employed under the Diocese of Sale Catholic Education Limited Schools and Secretariat Agreement 2022.
- This position is classified as an Education Support Employee Category A, Level 2.

**Application close on Monday, 19 May 2025 at 5:00pm**
- The successful applicant will also be required to undergo a Working with Children Check and National Police Check prior to commencement.
- The St Francis Xavier College community is committed to the safety, wellbeing, protection and inclusion of all children in our care.